The current situation in the Middle East has focused attention on Iran — a country whose history rivals that of any on earth, stretching back over 5,000 years and encompassing 29 UNESCO World Heritage sites.
Part 1 of a series.

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The final part of this series covers the passage of the landmark Pendleton Civil Service Act.

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Part 4 of this series covers the assassination of President Garfield and how it led to Civil Service Reform

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Part 3 of this series covers President Rutherford B. Hayes roll in initiating Civil Service Reform

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Part 2 of this series covers the scandals under President Grant creating public pressure for reform.

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This multi-part series covers the history of patronage and Civil Service reform in the Federal Government

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The 1878 Posse Comitatus prevents the use of the military as a domestic police force. Nonetheless, the military has frequently been involved in local affairs.

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The U.S. Constitution gives Congress the authority to declare war. However, from its earliest days, the United States has been involved in military actions without a formal declaration of war.

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The current administration has used the 1798 Alien Enemies Act to support deportation of Venezuelan gang members. This Act dates back to 1798.

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Tariff controversies are not new. The ‘Tariff of Abominations’ was one of the most controversial in our history.

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There is a wide range of opinions regarding President Carter ranging from glowing to disparaging. But one aspect is indisputable – his role in the craft beer industry.

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We haven’t had a President with facial hair since the late early 1900s, and none with a full beard since the late 1800s. However, that could change in 2028.

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Donald Trump is the second President to win non-consecutive terms as President. The first - Grover Cleveland in 1892.

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